We are thrilled to welcome two Hornet alumni back to CES—once Hornet students and now aspiring educators completing their student teaching with us this semester!
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"Let Your Kind Shine”
Kindness is everywhere at CES! The three recipients of this week's awards were nominated by a teacher or staff member for showing exceptional kindness. They received a sunshine bag and the opportunity to sit in the yellow sunshine chair over the next week to promote kindness throughout CES!
Aubrey Reynolds (Mrs. Goad’s Kindergarten)
I would like to nominate Aubrey Reynolds for the Sunshine Award. Every morning during drop-off, she greets me with a cheerful “good morning” and takes the time to wish me a great day. Her kindness and positive attitude consistently brighten the start of the school day.
Brennan Frazier (Ms. Myers’ 2nd Grade) Brennan is helpful to others, shares, and often does thoughtful gestures.
Layla Bevelle (Mrs. Beck’s 4th Grade) We are excited to celebrate this shining student as our Sunshine Award winner! Layla comes to school each day with a bright smile that spreads happiness to everyone around her. She is always willing to lend a helping hand, whether it's cleaning up, supporting a classmate, or offering a kind word. She loves playing with her friends and includes others with kindness and joy. Her caring heart and positive spirit make our classroom a better place every single day!
🎶CES February Musicians of the Month🎶
Way to roll through your letters and sounds, Miss Gracie!!!
We reached our fundraiser goal and earned a popcorn party courtesy of the Chilli MO PTO! Thank you to our amazing PTO volunteers for individually bagging more than 730 bags of popcorn for our students to enjoy today.
Read Across America Week is coming to CES! We can’t wait to celebrate the joy of reading our favorite books together.
CES Snapshots 📸
Local Foods Coordinator Tracy Minnis from University of Missouri Extension recently delivered supplies to help our 5th graders get started with raised bed gardening. We are grateful for the generous time and support she has provided. Special thanks to Kleeman Farms for donating the mineral tubs and to Lowe’s for the potting soil donation.
Birthday Books 🎂📚
CES Goal Getters!
Hard Working Hornets in PE/Health for February 🏃🏽🏃♂️🏃🏾♀️
Artists of the Month for February 🎨
As our nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, Missouri Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger has launched the “Lieutenant Governor’s Award for American Patriotism,” inviting K–12 students to share why they are proud to be Americans.
We received many outstanding entries from our Kindergarten–5th grade students. The following were selected to advance to Lt. Governor Wasinger:
• Kindergarten: Aurora Krallman (pictured)
• 1st Grade: Issac Ewbank
• 2nd Grade: Haley Duckworth (pictured)
• 3rd Grade: Brynlea Raney
• 4th Grade: Baylor Marriott
• 5th Grade: Sophia Hawkins
Attention 5th Grade Families!
6th Grade Registration Night is coming up, and CMS can’t wait to welcome you. Please plan to attend with your child on March 18 to learn what to expect as your student transitions to 6th grade.
Meet staff, explore classes and schedules, and get your questions answered. We hope to see you there!
Perfect penmanship from some talented second-grade authors today! ✏️📚
✨ What a GLOWING success! ✨
Today’s Glow Run, hosted by Chilli MO PTO in the CES gymnasium, absolutely SHINED! 💛 With the amazing support of our families and community across 23 states, we didn’t just meet our goal — we blew past $20,000! 🎉🔥
Because of this incredible generosity, every single student’s field trip is fully covered! 🚌💫
This first-ever Glow Run took a huge amount of planning and heart from our PTO team. 🙌 Special shout-out to Kayla Leatherman for leading the charge and making this event such a bright, high-energy success!
Spring Photos are March 3
